Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Asteraceae

Genus:

Centaurea

Species:

Centaurea bovina

USDA Symbol:

CEBO

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Biennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained calcareous soil

pH:

6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to Mediterranean regions with limestone substrates